Q1.
Which historical figure is credited with establishing the Maratha Empire in the 17th century, primarily based in the Deccan region of present-day Maharashtra?
- Tipu Sultan
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
- Akbar
- Rana Pratap
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Answer: B. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj founded the Maratha Empire.
Q2.
In which year was the Rajasthan High Court established?
- 1949
- 1950
- 1952
- 1956
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Answer: A. 1949
The Rajasthan High Court was established on August 29, 1949.
Q3.
The Bokaro Steel Plant, a major public sector steel manufacturing unit in Jharkhand, was established with technical and financial assistance from which country?
- United States of America
- West Germany
- Soviet Union
- Japan
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Answer: C. Soviet Union
Bokaro Steel Plant was set up with the collaboration of the Soviet Union.
Q4.
Which sector contributes most significantly to Sikkim's Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) and employment, especially considering its natural beauty?
- Manufacturing
- Mining
- Tourism
- Information Technology
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Answer: C. Tourism
Tourism is the backbone of Sikkim's economy, attracting visitors with its scenic beauty.
Q5.
A prominent intellectual and leader of the Naga National Council (NNC) in its early days, he was known for his advocacy for Naga rights and his tragic demise. Who was he?
- A.Z. Phizo
- T. Sakhrie
- Dr. Imkongliba Ao
- Kevichüsa
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Answer: B. T. Sakhrie
T. Sakhrie was an influential Naga leader and intellectual associated with the Naga National Council.
Q6.
Which institution replaced the Planning Commission of India?
- Finance Commission
- National Development Council
- NITI Aayog
- Reserve Bank of India
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Answer: C. NITI Aayog
NITI Aayog was formed on January 1, 2015, replacing the erstwhile Planning Commission, to serve as a policy 'Think Tank' of the Government of India.
Q7.
Which vibrant Christian performing art form, originating in Kerala, combines elements of European opera and traditional theatre, featuring elaborate costumes, stage movements, and often historical or biblical themes?
- Chavittunatakom
- Margamkali
- Parichamuttukali
- Oppana
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Answer: A. Chavittunatakom
Chavittunatakom is a Latin Christian dance-drama art form popular in Kerala, known for its elaborate costumes and vigorous movements.
Q8.
The 'Terai region' of Uttar Pradesh is primarily characterized by which type of landscape?
- Arid desert and sand dunes
- Rocky hills and plateaus
- Marshy lands and dense forests
- Fertile black soil plains
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Answer: C. Marshy lands and dense forests
The Terai region is known for its marshy, swampy, and densely forested characteristics.
Q9.
Which legendary Kathak dancer and guru, a recipient of the Padma Vibhushan, was a leading exponent of the Lucknow Kalka-Bindadin Gharana?
- Birju Maharaj
- Uday Shankar
- Kelucharan Mohapatra
- Sonal Mansingh
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Answer: A. Birju Maharaj
Birju Maharaj was a renowned Kathak maestro and a leading figure of the Lucknow Gharana.
Q10.
In which direction is Rajasthan primarily located within India?
- North-East
- South-West
- North-West
- South-East
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Answer: C. North-West
Rajasthan is located in the North-Western part of India.
Q11.
What is the state flower of Bihar?
- Marigold
- Lotus
- Rose
- Jasmine
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Answer: A. Marigold
The Marigold (Genda) is designated as the state flower of Bihar.
Q12.
Keshavray Nath Ji Fair is organized at Dhuleshwar in which region?
- Mewar
- Marwar
- Dhundhar
- Shekhawati
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Answer: A. Mewar
Keshavray Nath Ji Fair is organized at Dhuleshwar in Mewar region on Vaishakh Shukla Ashtami. This fair has historical and religious significance in the Mewar region.
Q13.
The 'Green Revolution' in India is primarily associated with a significant increase in the production of which two major crops?
- Cotton and Jute
- Wheat and Rice
- Sugarcane and Tea
- Pulses and Oilseeds
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Answer: B. Wheat and Rice
The Green Revolution in India led to a substantial increase in the production of wheat and rice.
Q14.
Which material property is most important for the core of a power transformer?
- High electrical conductivity
- High magnetic permeability
- High dielectric strength
- High thermal conductivity
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Answer: B. High magnetic permeability
Transformer cores require high magnetic permeability to efficiently channel magnetic flux and reduce magnetizing current.
Q15.
Identify the compound that is NOT a 'Karmadharaya Samasa' (appositional compound).
- Neel kamal (नील कमल)
- Maha purush (महापुरुष)
- Deva rishi (देवर्षि)
- Pustakalaya (पुस्तकालय)
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Answer: D. Pustakalaya (पुस्तकालय)
'Pustakalaya' is a Tatpurusha compound (पुस्तक के लिए आलय), not Karmadharaya, because it does not show apposition (a noun qualified by an adjective or another noun).
